Learning Support Assistant (SEND Support)

Baynards Primary School, Colchester
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Job Ref No. ECC2088-30S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Point 3-5
Position Start Date: 07/10/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 29/09/2026 4pm Date of Interviews: 6 October 2026  

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2 or 3 days per week (to be discussed at interview)

Are you positive, friendly, adaptable and passionate about helping children thrive?

Baynards Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our wonderful team to provide support for a child with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Initially, the role will involve working closely in class and in an intervention space with one child, with opportunities to support small groups of children in the future.

We are proud to be a fully inclusive school where every child is valued and supported to achieve their very best. Ofsted recently described us as a "small school with a big heart", and we believe this perfectly captures who we are.

Why join us?

  • A friendly, supportive and welcoming staff team
  • Fantastic children who love learning
  • A small school with just four classes, creating a close-knit community
  • Plenty of space and resources to support children with a wide range of needs
  • A commitment to inclusion and ensuring every child belongs
  • An oversubscribed school with a strong reputation in the local community

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has a positive and caring approach
  • Builds strong relationships with children and adults
  • Is an excellent communicator
  • Works well as part of a team
  • Is flexible, adaptable and willing to learn
  • Shares our commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all children

If this sounds like you, we would love to meet you.

Come and visit us to see what we're all about and discover why Baynards is such a special place to work.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact Karen Hockney or Judith Dale on 01621 817261 .

Information about the School

Baynards is a smaller than average sized primary school with a big heart! It is located on the edge of Tiptree village within easy reach of Colchester. We currently have a roll of just over 100 pupils who learn in 4 spacious, bright and well-resourced classrooms. The children are delightful and are very enthusiastic about their learning. Baynards Primary School is an active member of a consortium of 15 primary schools in the local area and has regular contact with peers and colleagues in the group. We have a recently expanded Governing Body who are dedicated and strive for excellence for all pupils.

Teachers set high expectations for all pupils and those with special educational needs are supported at all times, both academically and socially. The Teachers are supported by the pupils who are proud of who they are and are keen to progress.

Baynards Primary School is dedicated to ensuring that all pupils develop a love of learning and also respect and care for one another.

Visits to the School are strongly recommended and arrangements can be made by contacting Karen Hockney on 01621 817261.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Information about the school

Contact Information

Judith Dale
Townsend Road
Tiptree, Colchester
Essex, CO5 0ND
Telephone: 01621 817261
Email: admin@baynards.essex.sch.uk

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